Quick Facts


Phase: Primary
Age range: 2 to 7
Gender: Mixed
Pupils on roll: 149
Capacity: 180
Local authority: Derbyshire
Governance: Community school
Nursery provision: Has Nursery Classes
SEN provision: N/A

About this school


Fairfield Infant and Nursery School is a primary school based in Buxton under the Derbyshire local authority.

Fairfield Infant and Nursery School caters for mixed pupils from 2 to 7 years. With 149 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 180, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

Ofsted last inspected the school on 25 March 2025, awarding it a Outstanding rating. The report noted positive aspects of leadership, safeguarding and the school’s approach to pupil development.

Ofsted Summary


Overall rating: Outstanding
Last inspection: 25 March 2025
Read the full Ofsted report: View Report

Admissions Information


Admissions policy: Community school
Catchment: Based on distance from school
Oversubscribed: No
Link to local authority admissions page: Contact School Website

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